2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 771 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Sprinter | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
